It's the start of a new year .... and again, a chance to become a new you!! Wishing everyone the best of health, as we reach our goals together!!!

This morning, I walked 50 mins, 3.15 miles @ 3.8 mph, 518 cals. A great improvement within the last few weeks .... looking forward to reading my TM Buddies posts for the New Year!

UPDATE: While on vacation during the week of December 16-21st - I worked out only one day with my Shaun T Fat Burning video - and laid around the villa. Over that weekend, I worked out on the TM approx 30 mins, 2.13 miles, 400 cals. each. I rested the next few days because of my back and ankle. I started walking at a slower pace - 3.5-3.8 mph:

Hubby has a new tour with his transit job ... he's leaving later in the morning (6 a.m. instead of 5:30 a.m.) - which interferes with my 5:30 a.m. workout, as he goes downstairs at 4:30 a.m. to shower/get dressed so that he doesn't wake me. Therefore, I am considering doing the Fat Burning DVD workout in the bedroom when I wake up at 5:30 and walking on the TM when I get home from work. It will be a challenge but I am willing to try that.
Keep up the good work, TM Buddies!

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We will never know if we can do it unless we try
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Year 2001 - Initial Induction - Weight 178 lbs.

Marking my spot. I haven't done a thing for the last couple of weeks. I had a sinus infection for about 8 days and couldn't breath to do anything, but for the last 5-6 days I have no excuse. I plan on jumping on the treadmill tonight and getting back to business!

Hope you all had a wonderful holiday and thanks for the support last year!

__________________LoriMy Blog
Goals met:
199.9 - ONEderland(10/23/12);
180s - (12/08/12) (6/26/2015-starting back at 182.6)
170s - (1/7/13) (made it back 01/14) (no longer obese)
160s - (3/2/13) 50.2 pounds in 5 1/2 months!
148 - No longer Overweight
"Remember, the feeling you get from a good run is far better than the feeling you get from sitting around wishing you were running." ~ Sarah Condor, Runner/Author

I would like to be a new treadmill buddy. Just re-started so I'm basically a beginner. Having issues with shin splints this time, walking at about 3.5mph seems ok now, any faster and my shins are in agony, so I have to start slow.
BUT I am determined

I didn't get my workout in last night. I'm shooting for a better accomplishment tonight!

__________________LoriMy Blog
Goals met:
199.9 - ONEderland(10/23/12);
180s - (12/08/12) (6/26/2015-starting back at 182.6)
170s - (1/7/13) (made it back 01/14) (no longer obese)
160s - (3/2/13) 50.2 pounds in 5 1/2 months!
148 - No longer Overweight
"Remember, the feeling you get from a good run is far better than the feeling you get from sitting around wishing you were running." ~ Sarah Condor, Runner/Author

I would like to be a new treadmill buddy. Just re-started so I'm basically a beginner. Having issues with shin splints this time, walking at about 3.5mph seems ok now, any faster and my shins are in agony, so I have to start slow.
BUT I am determined

Lots of deep breathing before and during really helps with shin-splints

TM Buddies, let's continue to MOVE OVER and zagnut and Deb!!!! Always room for more ..... glad to have you here!!! Zagnut, I had to slow down also, not because of shin splints but because of my ankle and back issues. You're doing great but easy does it as you do walk ....

Everyone's doing a fantastic job .... I LOVE IT!!!

Today, I walked 32:01 mins, 2.02 miles, 333 cals. at 3.8 mph (working my way back up to 4.0). Have a great day!

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We will never know if we can do it unless we try
____________________________
Year 2001 - Initial Induction - Weight 178 lbs.

__________________LoriMy Blog
Goals met:
199.9 - ONEderland(10/23/12);
180s - (12/08/12) (6/26/2015-starting back at 182.6)
170s - (1/7/13) (made it back 01/14) (no longer obese)
160s - (3/2/13) 50.2 pounds in 5 1/2 months!
148 - No longer Overweight
"Remember, the feeling you get from a good run is far better than the feeling you get from sitting around wishing you were running." ~ Sarah Condor, Runner/Author

__________________LoriMy Blog
Goals met:
199.9 - ONEderland(10/23/12);
180s - (12/08/12) (6/26/2015-starting back at 182.6)
170s - (1/7/13) (made it back 01/14) (no longer obese)
160s - (3/2/13) 50.2 pounds in 5 1/2 months!
148 - No longer Overweight
"Remember, the feeling you get from a good run is far better than the feeling you get from sitting around wishing you were running." ~ Sarah Condor, Runner/Author

Well ordered running shoes after trying them on in the store. Couldn't believe the difference with the ones I currently have(which were highly rated when I bought them). Hoping when I get them next week, they'll help prevent the shin pain!
Anyone have any thoughts on their favorite running shoes?

Skechers GoRun Ride. They felt incredible, I didn't really think Skechers would make a good running shoe, but reviews were good so went and tried them. It has a mid-foot strike and feels completely different than the Asics Gels I have.

__________________LoriMy Blog
Goals met:
199.9 - ONEderland(10/23/12);
180s - (12/08/12) (6/26/2015-starting back at 182.6)
170s - (1/7/13) (made it back 01/14) (no longer obese)
160s - (3/2/13) 50.2 pounds in 5 1/2 months!
148 - No longer Overweight
"Remember, the feeling you get from a good run is far better than the feeling you get from sitting around wishing you were running." ~ Sarah Condor, Runner/Author

Hello! I'd like to join in if that's ok. I've been doing induction for the last few weeks, pretty strictly since last Wednesday. I've found checking in on the boards here to be super motivating for the diet! I haven't been exercising though and I know that's super important especially to maintain weight loss. I usually go hiking on the weekends and I'd like to add in some exercise during the week. I have a couch to 10k program on my iPhone and I'm starting it tonight! I plan on doing that Monday, Wednesday and Friday. I'm looking for some kind of full body strength training to do on Tuesdays and Thursdays at home. Any suggestions for a strength training DVD that requires dumbbells? Thanks!

__________________LoriMy Blog
Goals met:
199.9 - ONEderland(10/23/12);
180s - (12/08/12) (6/26/2015-starting back at 182.6)
170s - (1/7/13) (made it back 01/14) (no longer obese)
160s - (3/2/13) 50.2 pounds in 5 1/2 months!
148 - No longer Overweight
"Remember, the feeling you get from a good run is far better than the feeling you get from sitting around wishing you were running." ~ Sarah Condor, Runner/Author

You guys are really working hard! Can't wait until I can jog/run a full mile without stopping.
Walked about 2miles on saturday, not on treadmill, out in the cold. Wasn't a super fast walk, just brisk since it was COLD lol. My shins ached but didn't hurt like before, I can't wait for my new shoes to be here tomorrow!
My treadmill has a 5k training program on it and I plan to start that. I'm not sure what it entails or starts at, I may have to work up to being able to jog a full mile before I start it, will find out tomorrow.

Hi biggestloser! Welcome I've been looking into buying weights, maybe 4lb or so to use while on the treadmill. I do callanetics off an on and love that. It's stretching and muscle toning, very low key moves but lots of results. Not sure if that's something you would be interested in, there are callanetic threads on here you could check out. Other than that, I'm not much help lol!

Have a bit of a set back....this time it's not me, though....as most of you know, my Mom is in late stage dementia and my Stepfather has been caring for her along with home hospice care and hired home health aides....well, yesterday he fell on ice in the driveway and is in the hospital for at least a few more days...mostly for observation and a few more tests (he's 88 and had heart surgery many years ago)....so I have had to move to Mom's temporarily till he is home and able to carry on....today was very hectic and I didn't get a chance to even do the simple exercises I hope to do while I'm here...

I do have a plan of a few exercises I should be able to do if I can get a care routine established that works for me....Mom is doing well and hopefully things will be back to normal soon...

biggestloser! Looking forward to reading your posts! , Linda - may God give you and your family the strength to continue caring for your wonderful parents with the love and patience you show!

Lori, Ladylove, Zagnut - awesome job!!! Keep up the good work as you keep on movin'

Here's my stats:

Sunday 1/6 and Monday 1/7 - rest days (lower back pain)
Tues 1/8 - 45 mins with new Shaun T Rockin' Body DVD - WOW WOW WOW!!! I ordered them last week and received them yesterday .... talk about SWEAT!!!

Here's the deal .... since hubby's schedule changed and he is in the family room/man cave one-half hour later, I will work out to the DVD's Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri mornings; TM on Weds, Sat and Sun (since I am home on those days) . That should work - it's a win, win situation!

Have a great day, everyone!!!

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We will never know if we can do it unless we try
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Year 2001 - Initial Induction - Weight 178 lbs.

Thanks for the warm welcome! I ordered a couple strength training DVDs this morning and should have them in a few days. One of them is Jillian Michaels and other is by Jackie Warner. They both have pretty good reviews. Can't wait to check them out!

Thanks for the warm welcome! I ordered a couple strength training DVDs this morning and should have them in a few days. One of them is Jillian Michaels and other is by Jackie Warner. They both have pretty good reviews. Can't wait to check them out!